Association of Independent Information Professionals

2022 Annual Conference: AIIP Awards Ceremony

The 2022 AIIP awards were given out at our annual conference on April 27th by Awards Chair Arthur Weiss to deserving individuals who have helped strengthen AIIP. It was his special task to give himself one of the awards! Many thanks are due to those who took part in the nominating process. Details at AIIP Awards that Acknowledge Industry Contribution s.

We Are AIIP: I’m a Nonprofit Prospect Researcher

By Roger Magnus

In your bio, you describe yourself as a Nonprofit Prospect Researcher. Briefly, what does a prospect researcher do?

Prospect researchers assist nonprofits by providing targeted intelligence on donors and foundations. These efforts ultimately should help a nonprofit increase its funding.

It’s All About Why, not How

By Mary Ellen Bates

When I started my business after having worked in corporate information centers, I was afraid that I would have to replace all the expensive subscription databases I had access to as an employee. I worried that I would not be able to prove my credibility or expertise to my clients without the professional tools I was accustomed to.

A Blog Post about Blog Posts

By Kelly Berry

So, you’re thinking about starting a blog? As an independent information professional, that can be a great way to highlight your services and capabilities. But it helps if you understand the characteristics of a successful blog, so let’s explore those a little in this blog post about blog posts!

We Are AIIP: I’m a DEI Metadata Consultant

By Sharon Mizota

In your bio, you describe yourself as a DEI metadata consultant. What is it that DEI metadata consultants do?

Recipes for Business Progress

By Rhonda L. Bowen

In December, AIIP members met for one of our regular virtual Recipes for Business Progress sessions. Everyone shared their ideas and asked questions about practical, hands-on techniques that can help us improve our businesses, and this event focused on planning for the next year.

President’s Message: Set Your Conference Goals Early

By Karen Klein

In April I will attend my 18th consecutive AIIP Annual Conference. Wow! I vividly remember my first AIIP Conference in Tucson, Arizona. I joined AIIP in December 2004 after taking a two-year professional hiatus following the birth of my daughter. I had explored many different options for a flexible work schedule that would use my education, build upon my corporate experience, and be something I enjoy.

Documenting Your Business

By Liz Fraley

First, let me state that I’m not an accountant, lawyer, financial advisor, or security professional. I’m a writing professional. I document things for a living. Writing professionals write product manuals, dosage guidelines, installation instructions, grant applications, maintenance procedures, proposals, and so much more. Wherever there’s information designed to inform and instruct, you’ll find a writing professional like me embedded in the process.